Our History

CalSHRM was created in 1986 when SHRM decided to form statewide affiliates to help coordinate state activities and to provide an opportunity for SHRM Chapters in the state to collaborate on meeting the needs of HR professional in California. CalSHRM has had many "firsts' in its history, including the creation of a statewide Student inititiative, "We All Serve" Veteran reintrgration, When Work Works work flex and several others.